Product Details
Brand: Classé
Model: Delta Stereo
Serial Number: 2300786
Condition Notes
This Classé Delta Stereo power amplifier is in fantastic condition with very light wear, representing exceptional value for audiophiles seeking reference-grade amplification.
The Delta Stereo combines Classé's legendary engineering expertise with compact design, delivering pure Class A operation for the first 12.5W per channel and commanding 250W total power per channel. Hand-laid 6-layer circuit boards and premium Mundorf capacitors ensure pristine signal integrity, while custom illuminated VU metres provide elegant visual feedback of your system's performance.
Perfect for Australian audio enthusiasts who demand uncompromising stereo amplification without the space requirements of dual mono configurations, this amplifier drives any loudspeaker with complete confidence and delivers the natural, expansive soundstage that defines the Classé experience.
Main Specifications
Class A Power Output: Up to 12.5W per channel
Total Power Output: 250W per channel (350W per channel at 2Ω)
Circuit Board Construction: Hand-laid 6-layer boards
Capacitors: 22 x 4-pole Mundorf premium capacitors
Power Supply: Massive high-quality design with custom toroidal transformer
Connectors: Furutech rhodium-plated RCA inputs and torque-guard speaker terminals
Vibration Control: Custom-made Navcom feet
Display: Dual illuminated VU metres
The item represented is being sold by a Commercial Member. This means they have certain legal requirements when selling new and second-hand goods, and must provide a statuatory warranty under Consumer Law applicable to their location. These requirements may differ depending on their region, so discuss these entitlements with the Seller prior to purchase.
New units list at $24,900 AUD from Australian retailer Tivoli Hi-Fi, aligning with converted international MSRPs: $12,999 USD (roughly AU$19,500 at recent exchange rates, though AU pricing often includes premiums), £11,999 (AU$23,000+), and AU$19,900 cited in What Hi-Fi? Retail variations appear in US listings at $14,000 USD (AU$21,000+ equivalent), but Australian data confirms the higher end around $25,000.
Prices vary significantly by condition:
- New/in-stock: $24,900 AUD, as it's a current high-end model (250W/ch into 8Ω, pure Class A for first 12.5W).
- Used/ex-demo: Expect $12,000–$18,000 AUD, based on typical hi-fi resale depreciation for premium amplifiers (20–40% off new), though no specific recent user-reported used listings were available in results.
Key factors affecting value:
- Condition: Mint new commands full price; used value drops with wear, hours of use, or missing accessories.
- Location/Market: Higher in Australia due to import duties and limited stock vs. US/UK.
- Features/Demand: Premium build (46kg weight, VU meters, fan-cooled Class A/B design), audiophile performance, and brand heritage drive value; pairing with Delta PRE boosts appeal.
- Currency Fluctuations: USD/AUD shifts can adjust converted MSRPs by 5–10%.
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